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pammac72
49 contributions
Feb 2023 • Friends
Fantastic February walk from Glenprosen. We walked along the Minister's walk towards Glen Clova and looped back across the Hills of Balbae and Couternach, Craigs of Lethnot then down toward the road and back up to Glenprosen village. Beautiful day and saw lots of wildlife.
Written 1 March 2023
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Angus Burnett Ewart
Kirriemuir, UK1,997 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
We had occasion to be driving up the glens today. As usual, it was the most wonderful sight with a covering if fresh snow on the mountain tops yet all life below the tree line bursting to greet the new year. Go there or be square.
Written 2 February 2020
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hma1909
Liverpool, UK113 contributions
Apr 2015 • Family
The Angus Glens have so much to offer people of all walks of life. They are a series of glens that lead to somewhere, lead to nowhere, but most of all lead to heaven.
We have driven, walked and roamed these glens for more than 25 years and each of them has its own character.
Glen Clova is our favourite with Glen Doll continuing on from The Glen Clova hotel. At Glen Doll there is a brand new visitor centre that has toilet facilities and lots of interesting stuff for all ages. Picnics are a must here and so is paddling in the river (with care of course). You can walk on marked wals here and also for the more experienced walk up and over Jock's road to Ballater, Lochnagar/ Balmoral castle area.
Glen Clova which you will have passed through is so pretty and with rugged mountains either side, which are still snow capped in late spring. The Clova hotel is open all year round for food, accomodation or just a wee dram....excellent place.
Glen Prosen is a great place for walking and is just as beautiful as the other glens with its winding country road.
Glen Esk has the memorial to Queen Victoria, and I love to think she actually walked this Glen enjoying the area so much.
I would love to live in this area, but needless to say, unless I farm and learn to drive, it very unrealistic. BUT nevertheless these glens will always have a big place in my heart and I'll visit them as long as I'm able.
We have driven, walked and roamed these glens for more than 25 years and each of them has its own character.
Glen Clova is our favourite with Glen Doll continuing on from The Glen Clova hotel. At Glen Doll there is a brand new visitor centre that has toilet facilities and lots of interesting stuff for all ages. Picnics are a must here and so is paddling in the river (with care of course). You can walk on marked wals here and also for the more experienced walk up and over Jock's road to Ballater, Lochnagar/ Balmoral castle area.
Glen Clova which you will have passed through is so pretty and with rugged mountains either side, which are still snow capped in late spring. The Clova hotel is open all year round for food, accomodation or just a wee dram....excellent place.
Glen Prosen is a great place for walking and is just as beautiful as the other glens with its winding country road.
Glen Esk has the memorial to Queen Victoria, and I love to think she actually walked this Glen enjoying the area so much.
I would love to live in this area, but needless to say, unless I farm and learn to drive, it very unrealistic. BUT nevertheless these glens will always have a big place in my heart and I'll visit them as long as I'm able.
Written 10 April 2015
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Mark A
Wellingborough, UK206 contributions
Feb 2016
I'm a frequent visitor to the Angus Glens; a beautiful wildlife crime scene!
This area is notorious for wildlife crime - poisoning, trapping and shooting of protected birds of prey. Both Golden Eagles and White-tailed Eagles have been found poisoned in this area. Many poisoned baits (involving bendiocarb, carbofuran, isophenfos and alphachloralose) and poisoned birds have been found in this area which is dominated by grouse shooting estates.
Birds of prey do not seem to be welcome here and you'd be better moving on for better chances of seeing eagles, Hen Harriers and Peregrine Falcons (though a few are present).
It's a pity - many birdwatchers and naturalists would like to come to this area and spend their tourist pounds in the local economy but are put off by the lack of wildlife (despite some of the comments here) and by the terrible reputation of this area as a wildlife crime scene.
I'd love to be able to give this area a very positive review but that's impossible while it retains such a black reputation. Who'd have thought that a place so pretty would hide such dark deeds?
This area is notorious for wildlife crime - poisoning, trapping and shooting of protected birds of prey. Both Golden Eagles and White-tailed Eagles have been found poisoned in this area. Many poisoned baits (involving bendiocarb, carbofuran, isophenfos and alphachloralose) and poisoned birds have been found in this area which is dominated by grouse shooting estates.
Birds of prey do not seem to be welcome here and you'd be better moving on for better chances of seeing eagles, Hen Harriers and Peregrine Falcons (though a few are present).
It's a pity - many birdwatchers and naturalists would like to come to this area and spend their tourist pounds in the local economy but are put off by the lack of wildlife (despite some of the comments here) and by the terrible reputation of this area as a wildlife crime scene.
I'd love to be able to give this area a very positive review but that's impossible while it retains such a black reputation. Who'd have thought that a place so pretty would hide such dark deeds?
Written 2 March 2016
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anne s
Edinburgh, UK12 contributions
Jul 2012 • Friends
Take the single track road from the Glen Clova Hotel, this is signposted as having no passing places, but having driven extensivley in Scotland this road is no worse, and possibly better than most
Drive three miles and you reach the mountain rescue centre, which has parking (pay - small fee only) a small visitors centre (no refreshments) and tollets and picni area.
There are approximately 6 signposted walks from the base all of varying levels.We took the walk to Corrie Fee, which is approx 5 - 6 mile round trip.
The path leads mainly throuhg forest, but it is a proper road and the walking is easy - but a gradual incline all the way up - so be prepared.
There are various information posts along the route and the secenery is great
On reaching the end of the forest the path leads to the start of Corrie Fee, a natural ampitheatre, and the views are stunning, the walk continues on through the glen and appears to get a bit more challenging. We walked to the middle of the glen and the about turned back to the base.
The walk down is as nice as the walk up as you appreciate the scenery - and downhill all the way !!
Drive three miles and you reach the mountain rescue centre, which has parking (pay - small fee only) a small visitors centre (no refreshments) and tollets and picni area.
There are approximately 6 signposted walks from the base all of varying levels.We took the walk to Corrie Fee, which is approx 5 - 6 mile round trip.
The path leads mainly throuhg forest, but it is a proper road and the walking is easy - but a gradual incline all the way up - so be prepared.
There are various information posts along the route and the secenery is great
On reaching the end of the forest the path leads to the start of Corrie Fee, a natural ampitheatre, and the views are stunning, the walk continues on through the glen and appears to get a bit more challenging. We walked to the middle of the glen and the about turned back to the base.
The walk down is as nice as the walk up as you appreciate the scenery - and downhill all the way !!
Written 16 July 2012
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Angus Burnett Ewart
Kirriemuir, UK1,997 contributions
Jun 2018 • Couples
With all this wonderfully warm and sunny weather in Scotland, there is just nowhere better to experience the vast untarnished views afforded by all the Angus Glens .. and Glen Clova in pretty particular. A short run, cycle or walk in any of the Glens will leave you exhilarated, and renew your faith in the future as you take in the vastness around you.
There's Glen Prosen, Glen Isla and Glen Esk to consider ... each with its own charm, beauty and interesting nooks and crannies. Even the sharp enclosing and virtual dead end that is Glen Doll will lift the senses and can provide the start of a long and arduous walk to Braemar, via Jock"s Road, or even to the wonderful scenery around Lochnagar. The Angus Glens, on the southern periphery of the massive Cairngorm National Park, are not to be missed for all reasons and in all seasons.
There's Glen Prosen, Glen Isla and Glen Esk to consider ... each with its own charm, beauty and interesting nooks and crannies. Even the sharp enclosing and virtual dead end that is Glen Doll will lift the senses and can provide the start of a long and arduous walk to Braemar, via Jock"s Road, or even to the wonderful scenery around Lochnagar. The Angus Glens, on the southern periphery of the massive Cairngorm National Park, are not to be missed for all reasons and in all seasons.
Written 8 June 2018
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macks55
Kirriemuir, UK22 contributions
Oct 2016 • Friends
Lovely scenery for those who enjoy walking, climbing, photography - providing you get decent weather for your visit. Don't expect too many eating places.. Roads are a bit narrow in places, with surfaces not the best.
Written 18 October 2016
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WendyG17
Kirriemuir, UK39 contributions
Oct 2013 • Family
I am lucky enough to live on the edge of the Angus Glens and this is a fabulous, and little known, corner of Scotland. Well worth a visit - whether to have a picnic, go bird watching, explore the many beautiful glens, conquer a few Munros or enjoy a few hours of hillwalking. My own favourite spot is Glen Doll, tucked away at the top of Glen Clova. Follow the forest trail to Corrie Fee, a national nature reserve - look out for rare wild plants, deer and even Golden Eagles. And remember to stop off at the Clova Hotel on the way home - fabulous, home cooked, local food and a great atmosphere (especially in the Climbers' Bar).
Written 25 November 2013
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Shagues
Arbroath, UK476 contributions
Sept 2017 • Friends
If you have friends or family visiting from the city a trip up to the glens is essential and make a stop at Blackwater dam - the air is fresh and clean. I don't think there is anywhere else that's so lush and green
Written 10 September 2017
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Madelinethoughtful
Ottawa, Canada105 contributions
May 2015 • Couples
Glen Isla may be overlooked, but it is an interesting Glen to visit, and is worth a trip - an interesting Glen with a restaurant/hotel. Glen Cova is quite different and larger.
Written 1 July 2015
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Hi, my name is Rachael and I am using my partners account to ask a few quick questions regarding Glen Clova.
I notice a huge characteristic of this splendid location are the tall trees - I am an amateur photographer as well as my partner, we are consistently learning new things and I can see a huge potential for catching some decent and bold sunrays/sunbeams through the trees.
I was wondering whether anyone had witnessed this in this location, I appreciate the weather conditions have to be correct in order for nature to show this spectacular scene but if anyone has seen this fabulous event I would like to know the time of year and whether it was a morning or afternoon? (Although I think morning would be most likely).
My last question is whether any of you have managed to take photos like this and if so, whether there is a chance of showing me.
I just love nature, especially sunbeams, I think they are majestic and beautiful.
Any advice is greatly appreciated, thank you.
:o)
Written 16 September 2016
Yeh this is an awesome place whatever the weather. Early morning summertime should get you sunbeams bursting onto the carpet floor. Higher climbs will give you nice wildlife and pretty shots. There's a fast running stream which you will get brilliant shots of the water going over the pebbles, the best time is in winter when the snow is covering everything. It's a very beautiful place and any photographer will find their photograph which sums the whole glen up. That's the challenge as no 2 days up there are ever the same. Best of luck in capturing the ideal shot. Right now there is fog over the wooded are and it looks quite eerie but beautiful. Happy snapping
Written 16 September 2016
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